Construction sites are notoriously dangerous work sites. Accidental injuries are common. After a construction accident resulting in serious injury, the first thought of the injured person and family members is often of a workers' compensation claim. In fact, an injured construction worker usually does have a legitimate workers' comp claim and can obtain those benefits fairly quickly, including medical care coverage.
However, it is important to evaluate a construction accident case as soon as possible to determine whether there is also a third-party liability claim involving a contractor, a subcontractor, a property owner or an equipment manufacturer.
An injury claim against a third party can open the door to more complete compensation for the accident victim, accounting for pain and suffering and providing financial means for a more livable lifestyle for a catastrophically injured person. For example, a settlement or verdict brought about through a third-party claim can provide for "extras" such as a special van to use for transportation of a person in a wheelchair and home remodeling. Aids such as these can make a tremendous difference for a family after a construction accident leaves an injured worker disabled.
The sooner an investigation is initiated, the more likely it is that the true cause of a construction accident can be accurately determined. Boyle, Autry & Murphy has a reputation for achieving results for our injured clients. In fact, workers' compensation attorneys often reach out to Boyle, Autry & Murphy to help clients seek and obtain compensation from third parties. Defective equipment and circumstances that often result in serious and catastrophic injuries and fatalities at construction sites include the following:
- Ladders
- Scaffolding
- Cranes
- Electrical mishaps
- Electrocution
- Power tools
- Saws
- Tractor
Roof falls and ditch collapses are other common causes of construction site accidents causing injuries such as these:
- Spinal cord injury
- Traumatic brain injury
- Broken bones or similar injuries, which may result in nerve damage and chronic pain
If our law firm agrees to represent you after a construction accident, it will mean that we believe that we can help you obtain the compensation you need and are entitled to. Clients of Boyle, Autry & Murphy benefit from our years of experience and track record of success.
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If you suffered a head injury, a burn injury or the loss of a loved one in a construction accident in central Pennsylvania, contact one of our attorneys. Learn about your rights to compensation and about promising strategies for pursuit of that compensation. Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation with one of our Pennsylvania construction accident attorneys regarding your head injury case.
